Asian Green Bee-eater
Asian Green Bee-eater
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jenny van Dorland
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The Green Bee-eater is a widespread and common species across Asia and parts of Africa, known for its small size and predominantly green plumage. It is an agile aerial hunter, feeding primarily on flying insects.
Where to spot
Found across a vast range from Africa (Nile Valley) through the Middle East to India, Southeast Asia, and China. Inhabits open country, grasslands, savannas, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive silhouette perched conspicuously on low branches, fences, or power lines. Watch for its characteristic darting flights as it snatches insects. Listen for its soft, trilling calls, 'trree-trree-trree'.
When to spot
Resident in most of its range, so can be observed year-round. Active during daylight, with increased foraging activity in the mornings and evenings.
Where to spot
Found across a vast range from Africa (Nile Valley) through the Middle East to India, Southeast Asia, and China. Inhabits open country, grasslands, savannas, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive silhouette perched conspicuously on low branches, fences, or power lines. Watch for its characteristic darting flights as it snatches insects. Listen for its soft, trilling calls, 'trree-trree-trree'.
When to spot
Resident in most of its range, so can be observed year-round. Active during daylight, with increased foraging activity in the mornings and evenings.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This bee-eater often uses the dust from dry soil for 'dust bathing', which helps to keep its feathers clean and free of parasites, a common behavior in arid environments.
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